A magnifying lens can be used to start fires during daylight and when outside during clear weather. The probability of igniting a fire with a magnifying lens is increased by 5% over the base chance. It weighs 0.10 kilograms.

Magnifying lenses are relatively uncommon, and even if present, may be hidden on top or or underneath shelves and racks, making them harder to notice.

The magnifying lens cannot be crafted, harvested, or repaired. Its condition does not degrade.